Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Yam

   Peel and cut the yam (karunai kilangu) into medium-sized, flat pieces.

2. 2.Boil Yam

   Place the cut yam pieces in a pot. Add enough water to cover the yam, along with a pinch of salt and 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes until the yam pieces are tender but still firm.

3. 3.Prepare Spice Paste

   On a plate, combine 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp coriander powder (mallipodi), 1 tsp kulambu milagai thool (curry/chilli powder), and salt as required. Add a little oil to the dry spices and mix well to form a thick paste.

4. 4.Marinate Yam

   Add the boiled yam pieces to the prepared spice paste on the plate. Gently mix and coat all the yam pieces evenly with the spice paste.

5. 5.Fry Yam

   Heat oil in a kadai (pan) over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the marinated yam pieces into the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Fry on both sides until they turn crispy and golden brown.

6. 6.Serve

   Once fried to perfection, remove the crispy yam pieces from the pan and serve hot as a delicious side dish.